Whether you have been a steward for many years, or new to the position, this 2-day training is for you! This training will walk new stewards (and those that need a refresher) through their critical skills, concepts and scenarios to become an effective steward. As new union activists, you will become familiar with your contract, learn about basic worker rights, and the role of the steward as an organizer, leader, communicator and advocate in the workplace. Seasoned stewards will serve as a source of knowledge, exchange best practices with others, and learn new tactics for identifying leaders. We invite you to learn and connect, as we build collective power!
Local 88 Steward Training
When:
April 26th-27th, 2024
8:00 AM- 4:00 PM
Where:
SEIU 503 Building, 525 NE Oregon St. Portland OR 97232
Participants will:
- Learn the roles and responsibilities of a steward in the workplace.
- Get familiar with your contract and other worker rights and how to enforce them.
- Learn the 5 steps of the grievance process.
- Discuss tips, tools, and strategies for being a great steward.
- Learn the appropriate and respectful terms to use in discussing issues about race and gender oppression
Who should attend?
All Local 88 members interested in becoming a steward, stewards interested in more training and union activists.
Registration
Please register as early as possible to ensure you get a seat, are counted for food and material, and to ensure that enough notice is given to your supervisor for approval. Your deadline to register is April 18th, 2024.
If any of the training happens during your regularly scheduled workday, please complete the Lost Time Request Form
For questions, more information, and any other inquiries, please contact Percy Winters, Jr at ls.hd3@afscmelocal88.org.
